Kinteet and Heartbun

Kinteet and Heartbun l Jamaican Easter Traditions

A whimsical weaving of Jamaican Easter traditions as a reminder that the wisdom of the ages often endures millennium empirical evidence and helps to keep us safe.

Kinteet and Heartbun l Monkeys save the fish

Kinteet and Heartbun explain how Monkeys developed their taste for fish. This is a cautionary tale that good intentions sometimes end up more beneficial to the do-gooder than to the supposed victims. The moral of the story is to leave well enough alone.

Kinteet and Heartbun l A River of Healing

A young boy learns that the right choice will also bring the greatest good to the community. Moreover, the size of a package is not always a measure of its worth.

Kinteet and Heartbun l Dog an Bone

Sometimes when conflicts escalate to dangerous levels, we forget how they started. Sometimes, even those who initiate war forget the role they played and sit around watching it happen. This story asks us to consider what we are willing to give up for the sake of peace.

Kinteet and Heartbun l King Gilgamesh

To close out Black History Month we share the story of King Gilgamesh and the Sumerians who having created so much of what benefits mankind. Unfortunately, they forgot their history, forgot their greatness “and so they died.”

Kinteet and Heartbun l Tiger is Ananse ridin horse

For those who missed celebrating Valentine’s Day, this cautionary tale tells us how easy it is to lose your love if you are too concerned with protecting your own image.

Kinteet and Heartbun l The King’s Drum

We give thanks to Ananse for inventing the drum so central to reggae music. Enjoy this remake of a Ghanaian tale in honour of Reggae Month and Black History Month

Kinteet and Heartbun l All for one and one for all

Kinteet an Heartbun begin the new year by resolving to spread the word that 'all for one and one for all' is the surest way to face any challenge. 

In this story they remind us of three brothers who individually believed that their own skill was not worth much. However, when they pooled their talents to help one person the result was that they helped themselves and added value to an entire village.

Kinteet and Heartbun l Grateful Heart

From the South African oral tradition comes this tale of the value of gratitude especially for Boxing Day, a time to remember others and celebrate our good fortune.

Kinteet and Heartbun l Ananse and sorrel

That must-have Jamaican Christmas drink is chock-full of health benefits. Bet you didn’t know that we owe it all to Ananse’s ingenuity.